St. Vincent used to celebrate Easter, living according to the rules of Christianity. And he asked his missionaries to do the same, recommending that their actions and works should always be permeated by the spirit of God.
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The Small Pleasures of Life • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam
by Javier F. Chento | April 27, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Saint Louise’s example shows us some common pitfalls to avoid
by Famvin Media Resources | April 26, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments
We can learn something by looking at the various stumbling blocks that St. Louise may have encountered.
A Polarized Church both Then and Now
by John Freund, CM | April 26, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Growing up, I was fascinated by fading pictures meticulously glued into some decades-old family albums. There I saw pictures of my mother and father before I was born.
A Vincentian View: The Good Shepherd
by Pat Griffin, CM | April 24, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
In the 23rd Psalm, the psalmist proclaims, “My shepherd is the Lord.” I imagine that when Jesus prayed these words, he found a depiction of himself.
A Vincentian View: Recognizing the Lord
by Pat Griffin, CM | Apr 10, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Each year during the Easter Season, I find myself fascinated by the idea that the friends of Jesus do not recognize him in the resurrected form.
Learning To “Mercy” Is Like Learning To Walk
by John Freund, CM | Apr 10, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Do you remember learning to walk? Perhaps not. Yet, we were all once little children.
Mary’s Magnificat and God’s Dangerous Dream
by John Freund, CM | Mar 15, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
This title of Mary Mother of the Church takes us beyond the magnificent privilege of her being chosen as the mother of Jesus.
Lenten Conferences of Fr. Lacordaire No. 20
by .famvin | Mar 15, 2024 | Formation
Lenten Series of reflections taken from the Conferences of the Rev. Lacordaire.
The Northern Missions
by Sister Susan Smolinsky, SC | Mar 14, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
The Sisters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul, Halifax served in the northern missions of Canada in cities, towns and villages.
“Journey of the Heart” Lenten Video Series from Basilica Shrine of the Miraculous Medal – Part 11
by .famvin | Mar 14, 2024 | Formation
Three people further explore Lenten fasting and its meanings.
Lenten Conferences of Fr. Lacordaire No. 19
by .famvin | Mar 14, 2024 | Formation
Lenten Series of reflections taken from the Conferences of the Rev. Lacordaire.
A Vincentian View: A Great Symphony of Prayer
by Pat Griffin, CM | Mar 13, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
In preparation for the Jubilee Year 2025, Pope Francis has invited the Christian community to center 2024 around the theme of prayer.
“Journey of the Heart” Lenten Video Series from Basilica Shrine of the Miraculous Medal – Part 10
by .famvin | Mar 13, 2024 | Formation
Three people tell us how fasting is a symbolic gesture that helps us focus on prayer and reconciliation with the Lord.
Clocks Versus the Time In Our Heads
by John Freund, CM | Mar 13, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Changing your clocks, watches, and iPhone settings might not be as important as you think. Before you panic about being out of sync for your 9:00 am meeting, hear me out!
Lenten Conferences of Fr. Lacordaire No. 18
by .famvin | Mar 13, 2024 | Formation
Lenten Series of reflections taken from the Conferences of the Rev. Lacordaire.